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Species and Habitats
Native habitats and sensitive species in Carlsbad
Habitat is a place where species get what they need to survive: food, water, cover, and a place to raise young. By protecting native habitat, Carlsbad is able to protect a large number of native plants and animals, many of which are sensitive. Sensitive species are considered vulnerable or declining. Without protection, sensitive species could become extinct over time. Sensitive species that are "covered" by the HMP are considered by wildlife agencies to be adequately protected by the preserve system design in Carlsbad. Click on the links in the tabs below to learn about the native habitats and sensitive species that occur in Carlsbad.
Grassland
- Native grassland
- Non-native grassland
Coastal sage scrub
- Maritime succulent scrub
- Diegan coastal sage scrub
- Coastal sage scrub-chaparral scrub
Chaparral
- Southern mixed chaparral
- Southern maritime chaparral
Woodland
- Oak woodland
- Eucalyptus woodland
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A total of 51 sensitive plant and animal species have been recorded from or have the potential to occur in Carlsbad. Of these, 24 species are covered by the HMP, which means that they are considered by the wildlife agencies to be adequately protected within the Carlsbad preserve system. An additional 19 species could be considered for coverage if the additional funding becomes available for management within the City, or if other cities in North County have similar habitat management plans approved. |
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